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Released: 09 Feb, 2012

Reviewer: Andrew Nesvadba

Version: 1.2.0 Size: 173.0 MB

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Ragdoll Blaster 3

$0.99

Arcade Games1.2.0Backflip Studios

PROS

Four new 'ragdolls' to add all new puzzle features to the Blaster series.
Shareable replay system; see where you went wrong or others went right.
Cute unlockable costumes; currency also acts as a guide in more challenging levels.

CONS

Level skips require a one-off purchase; double-dips casual gamers for more cash.
Certain puzzles can have progression blocked due to physics quirks; can eventually pass, but still a needless frustration.

VERDICT

Ragdoll Blaster 3 may look like yet another physics puzzler to throw on the pile, but the original formula is enhanced thanks to four new dolls and far more complex situations to overcome.

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If you can't beat'em, join'em - it seems to be a rallying cry for many titles of late and so it's no surprise to see Ragdoll Blaster 3, the latest release in Backflip Studios' flagship games, joining the 'cute and cuddly' revolution. We won't blame them though because the upside is the addition of four new 'ragdolls', each with their own unique skills to add to the game's already fun physics gameplay.

One thing the shift from a stylized design to a friendlier 'cute' motif has changed is the overall tone of the game. While the originals had an inherent level of humor derived from watching full-bodied ragdolls being crushed and twisted in ever-more-complex puzzles, the current game relies on its cutesy cries and yelps to retain the same 'fun' atmosphere. It's not quite the same, but it does appeal to a broader audience - for what it's worth.

As with the originals, the game is all about setting the power and aim of a cannon, blasting a ragdoll out of it and affecting the world in such a way that one of the ragdolls eventually touches a 'target'. Small additions such as the inclusion of 'buttons' as a currency for unlocking new skins for the dolls also act as a way of guiding the player's attention to important features.

In this way the game is allowed to become far more complex than ever before, with puzzles introducing vast machine-like mechanics that require a deft-hand to manipulate correctly. Unfortunately these machines are also subject to the rigors of the game's loose physics, resulting in failures that are almost entirely out of your hands. Thankfully restarts are instantaneous, so you can play around as much as you like, testing the waters before going for a perfect clear.

As mentioned, there are four new dolls to play with: an icy doll that slides around levels on its slick body; a fat doll that pummels its way through heavy objects; a firey doll that can burn objects on the level; and a metallic doll that's subject to magnetic influences. As you progress, combinations of the dolls will be required to complete each stage, allowing for challenges that require precision and skill to proceed.

The shift to a less stylized and more family-friendly style has only changed the feel of Ragdoll Blaster 3 slightly, with the benefits of a more varied and complex experience being the largest benefits to fans of the series. Other neat touches include a replay system to see where you could have improved, along with the ability to email them to friends to share your solutions.

Change for the sake of it is less admirable than change with a purpose and Backflip Studios have done no less than to seriously consider what they have done with Ragdoll Blaster 3. While still a bit sticky at points due to its physics system, the game is still a blast to enjoy (and yes, that was a lame pun).

App Store Info

Featured as Apple's "Game of the Week"!Have a blast! Introducing Ragdoll Blaster 3."Ragdoll Blaster 3 is so much fun that it'll have you doing backflips." ~ Gamezebo.com"We're big fans of the Ragdoll Blaster series, and Ragdoll Blaster 3 looks like it's the sunniest one yet." ~ SlideToPlay.com"If you haven't played a Ragdoll Blaster game yet, and are even remotely interested in physics puzzlers, get on it." ~ TouchArcade.comWith over 15 MILLION downloads, Ragdoll Blaster is almost certainly the most popular ragdoll blasting game of all time.Ok, let's face it. The idea of firing lovable ragdolls out of a cannon, around (and occasionally into) various obstacles, is completely absurd. But, don't let that fool you. Ragdoll Blaster 3, the latest and greatest sequel to the mega-hit Ragdoll Blaster game franchise, is serious fun. You'll make your way through hundreds of increasingly challenging levels by launching ragdolls into the air at precisely the right angle and velocity to hit the squishy, red bulls-eye targets.This third edition includes tons of awesome, new features. You get:✔ 100+ levels and 5 new worlds to explore✔ 5 distinct ragdoll types with unique abilities✔ Gorgeous 3D visuals and awesome sound effects✔ Instant replays to review & share your past shots✔ Funny, custom tailored suits for your ragdolls✔ Game Center leader boards & sharable scoresWatch the Ragdoll Blaster 3 trailer on YouTube:http://bit.ly/ragdollvideoRagdoll Blaster 3 stars a cast of five ragdoll characters, each with their own strengths, abilities, and good looks:✮ Classic Ragdolls ✮Fans of Ragdoll Blaster 1 and 2 will remember these heroic, limber fellas.✮ Ice Ragdolls ✮These slippery, chill little guys can slide along icy cold surfaces.✮ Fire Ragdolls ✮This fiery breed of ragdoll can burn through flammable obstacles.✮ Pudge Ragdolls ✮Pudge Ragdolls are a hefty bunch that like to throw their weight around.✮ Robot Ragdolls ✮The Robot Ragdolls are mechanically-inclined, magnetic metal heads.You and your ragdoll pals will conquer the endlessly fun worlds of Ragdolia including Patchwork Meadows, the Crystal Caves, Candy Mountain, Magma Basin, and the Lunar Outpost. Refine your skills on each level by watching "instant replays" or share your accomplishments by emailing the clips to friends. There's even an in-app store where you'll find custom tailored suits to outfit your ragdolls in style.➤ Play Ragdoll Blaster 3 today.______________________________Ragdoll Blaster 3 is brought to you by Backflip Studios, makers of absurdly fun mobile games like Paper Toss, DragonVale, NinJump, Strike Knight, Backflip Solitaire, Shape Shift and Army of Darkness Defense. Search the App Store for "Backflip Studios" to browse all of our games.Follow @BackflipStudios on Twitter for free game announcements and other updates.Thanks for playing!

Updates

✵ 20 NEW LEVELS ✵Enter the new Airship world and enjoy 20 bonus levels. Up, up and away!✵ EXPLODING RAGDOLL ✵Say hello to the latest addition to the Ragdoll cast: Exploding Ragdoll. BOOM!✵ NEW COSTUMES ✵Outfit the Exploding Ragdoll in a Pilot or Soldier costume from the In-App Store.